David Moyes has had an up and down few months with Manchester United (Picture: Reuters)

It was never going to be easy for David Moyes at Manchester United.

The former Everton boss had the unenviable task of taking over from Sir Alex Ferguson, arguably the greatest football manager of all time, and his first few months at Old Trafford was always going to be a learning curve.

So what has Moyes actually learnt since his tenure United began in the summer?

United are a great club to work for

Regardless of what has been said in the media, the Manchester United board, along with the Old Trafford faithful, have always and will always stand by their manager.

The club are well aware of the task facing the reigning champions, and will give Moyes sufficient time and finances in order to have the team fighting for that top spot once again.

Champions League football is vital to the future of the club

Finishing in the top four is an absolute must. Whilst players around the world will always be attracted to the name and history of a club like Manchester United, all the top players want to play Champions League football.

With plans to rebuild this United side perhaps being brought forward, offering European football will go a long way in to enticing the very best to join.